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Definition
Guy, fellow, or kid; a young person.
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How it's used
伙子 carries a slightly old fashioned or rustic feel when referring to a young man. It is often used by older generations to describe someone younger, appearing frequently in storytelling or casual descriptions of people. It lacks the neutral tone of standard terms like 男仔 and can sound a bit patronizing or affectionate depending on the speaker.
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Common phrases
young guy
Common mistake
Avoid using this term in formal business or professional settings as it can sound overly casual or even slightly disrespectful. It is strictly for informal, spoken contexts.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
